Oshawa’s Jonas Derks returns to Durham Turfdogs

Takes over as GM of Canadian Lacrosse League team

OSHAWA -- The Durham Turfdogs have welcomed back Jonas Derks, who will be returning to the organization as general manager and director of operations for the 2015 season.

Derks returns to a role he filled during the 2012-2013 season, guiding the Turfdogs to a 17-14 record, which included two playoff appearances.

Derks said, “I’m looking forward to returning to the Durham Turfdogs organization for the upcoming season. We have a strong group of players that gained a lot of valuable experience last season, and I believe that we have the potential to make a great run at the Creator’s Cup.”

Derks spent last season as a player with the Barrie Blizzard, and was a major component of the team both on and off the floor. Derks comes with an impressive lacrosse resume that includes nine seasons in the NLL, along with 15 years as a standout in both the Major Series Lacrosse League and Senior B. He also gained valuable experience as an assistant coach with the Jr. B Clarington Green Gaels for a number of years.